Muscle Contraction Headache

Below is a link to an article on a webpage created by Dr. Edward M. Lichten, M.D. The page provides information on muscle contraction headaches, which are the most common form of headaches, primarily found in women. The article discusses the symptoms and physiological causes of muscle contraction headaches. It also discusses a simple diagnostic tool that doctors can use to determine if a patient’s chronic headache pain may be due to muscle contraction. The treatment of this type of headache can be as simple as improved posture and muscle relaxation techniques.